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The IPG Conference: A Celebration of Community and Collaboration
Preparations are well underway for The IPG’s biennial conference and this year’s event promises to be one of the most exciting yet. In November 2025, members and suppliers will trade...
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Trade Local Day Shined Bright in 2025!
On Tuesday, 9th September 2025, Trade Local Day returned, celebrating the spirit of independent member stores across The IPG. The day was brought to life with decorated trade counters, lively...
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Experiencing Trade Local Day First-Hand
The IPG recently held Trade Local Day to support independent member stores across the country. Joe Dart visited IPG member, H Lilley & Co Ltd, in Kent to find out more. Trade Local Day is a...
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Trade Local Day: Supporting Proud, Independent Businesses
Every year on the 9th of September, The IPG leads Trade Local Day, an initiative dedicated to shining a spotlight on the strength and spirit of independent plumbing stores and bathroom showrooms...
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Trade Local Day is Back - Tuesday 9 September 2025!
Get ready to celebrate independence, expertise and community, because Trade Local Day is back on Tuesday, 9 September 2025 and it’s set to be our biggest and most exciting event yet! After...
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Making Independents Unmissable at InstallerSHOW 2025
InstallerSHOW 2025 was buzzing and The IPG was right at the centre, proudly championing its independent members. Our mission this year was clear, to make independents unmissable. From the moment...
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Making Independents Unmissable at InstallerSHOW 2025
InstallerSHOW 2025 was buzzing and The IPG was right at the centre, proudly championing its independent members. Our mission this year was clear, to make independents unmissable. From the moment...
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It's Game on with The IPG at InstallerSHOW 2025
The IPG is returning to InstallerSHOW this year with a whole host of new games and prizes for visitors to enjoy. Fresh off the success of last year’s hilariously inventive games like Toss A...
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The IPG Strengthens its Board with the Appointment of Paul Hetherington
The IPG, the UK’s leading membership group for independent plumbing and heating stores and bathroom showrooms, is delighted to announce the appointment of Paul Hetherington to its Board of...
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Stronger Together: Two Groups Unite to Champion Independent Businesses—With...
A bold new collaboration is set to energise the UK’s independent trade sector—bringing real support, increased visibility and a fresh marketing approach that puts local businesses front...
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Game On with The IPG: Bringing Fun, Prizes & The Voice of our Independent...
The IPG is back and bigger than ever for InstallerSHOW 2025 and you’re invited to join the fun on stand 4H12! Fresh off the success of last year’s hilariously inventive games like Toss...
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Game on with The IPG at the InstallerSHOW 2025
The IPG has partnered with InstallerSHOW to launch an exciting new feature for 2025. Game on with The IPG will feature games, challenges, prizes and opportunities for installers to test their...
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Survey Reveals UK Tradespeople’s Challenges and Optimism About Apprenticeships
A recent survey conducted by The IPG during National Apprenticeship Week 2025 has revealed valuable insights into the trade sector’s relationship with apprenticeships. Gathering responses...
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Top benefits to shopping with an independent member of The IPG
The IPG empowers independent plumbing stores and bathroom showrooms in every aspect of sales and marketing, providing businesses with the tools and expertise needed to stand tall against larger...
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Welcoming Pete Banham, The IPG’s New Commercial Director!
We are delighted to announce that Pete Banham is our new Commercial Director! With Pete on board, we’re all set for an exciting new chapter at The IPG. Pete comes to us with an impressive...
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The IPG - Kick Off the New Year with a Fresh Perspective!
Kick Off the New Year with a Fresh Perspective! As we step into 2025, let’s take a moment to celebrate the incredible hard work and craftmanship of the kitchen and bathroom installation...
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The three most important rooms in a house – Mark Millar interview
Installer spoke to The IPG’s Brand Ambassador and TV construction expert Mark Millar about the latest industry trends, and why tradespeople trade local. Mark Millar is well-known in the...
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Santa’s Sack Brings Festive Fun to The IPG Stores for Charity
The holiday season is just around the corner and The IPG is spreading festive cheer with its 2024 Christmas charity campaign, Santa’s Sack. This heartwarming initiative has been created to...
